Meaning & Definition of Narcissistic in English

Detailed Definitions

• Definition: Characterized by an excessive preoccupation with oneself; self-centered.

  Example Sentence: His narcissistic behavior alienated his friends.

• Definition: Relating to the excessive admiration of oneself, often at the expense of others.

  Example Sentence: The celebrity's narcissistic tendencies were evident in her social media posts.

• Definition: Indicative of narcissism, a personality trait that often includes a lack of empathy for others.

  Example Sentence: Her narcissistic traits made it difficult for her to maintain meaningful relationships.

Etymology

Origin: Derived from the name Narcissus, a character in Greek mythology who fell in love with his own reflection.

Synonyms

Common Phrases and Expressions

• narcissistic personality disorder: A serious mental condition characterized by an inflated sense of self-importance, a deep need for admiration, and a lack of empathy for others.
• narcissistic supply: The attention, admiration, and affirmation received by someone with narcissistic tendencies, which fulfills their emotional needs.
• to be narcissistic: To exhibit selfish behaviors or excessive self-interest.

Translations

• Spanish: narcisista

• French: narcissique

• German: narcissistisch

• Russian: нарциссистичный

Related Words

• narcissism: An excessive interest in oneself and one’s physical appearance.

• narcissus: A type of flowering plant; also refers to the character in Greek mythology.

Slang Meanings of narcissistic

• Meaning: Narc

  Example Sentence: She's such a narc; always flaunting her looks and wanting attention.

• Meaning: Selfie queen/king

  Example Sentence: That guy's a total selfie king, obsessed with his appearance.